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A razor-sharp Sony picture

Sony's KDL-50EX645 opens a crystal-clear 50" window on a world of high-definition entertainment. Whatever you like to watch — Blu-ray movies, TV shows in HD from satellite, cable, or over-the-air broadcasts, or high-def web streaming — you'll love the lifelike color, clarity and detail Sony is known for.

An LED backlight delivers crisp picture contrast and enough brightness to make images pop even when there are room lights on. Motionflow™ blur reduction keeps the picture looking smooth when the on-screen action shifts into high gear.

Watching more on the web

More and more people these days are turning to the web for day-to-day viewing, so a TV's Internet smarts are important. The KDL-50EX645 includes built-in apps for accessing the Sony Entertainment Network, home to thousands of movies, shows, games and more. You can also stream movies instantly from Netflix® or listen to Pandora® Internet radio through the TV. Thanks to built-in Wi-Fi® you can enjoy entertainment pulled from the web or a PC on your home network without connecting an Ethernet cable.

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Video Features

Edge LED Backlight: The Sony Bravia KDL-EX645 series TV
utilizes edge LED backlighting for dynamic contrast, smooth motion performance,
and energy savings inside a slim designed cabinet. This technology sharpens
image contrast giving an amazingly crisp picture you can see. The ultra-thin
backlight system also allows for a slimmer, sleeker design.

Dynamic Contrast: Increased depth and clarity, as well as new
light control technology to control peak brightness levels, means stunning
images even on the brightest of scenes.

Color Histogram Technology: A new color histogram technology
detects and optimizes overall color distribution of each frame. This
technology delivers breathtaking color by making millions of improvements to
each frame before you even see it.

Advanced Noise Reduction: Advanced Noise Reduction is behind
Bravia Engine 3's ability to show you every blade of grass on a football
field.

1080p Resolution: The Sony KDL-EX645 series television has a HD native
resolution of 1920 x 1080 (1080p). All video signals from
standard definition and high definition sources are displayed at 1920 x 1080.

Video Inputs: The Sony KDL-EX645 series
TV is equipped with HDMI, Component,
and Composite video inputs.

4 HDMI Inputs: The KDL-EX645 series features
four HDMI inputs. The HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) terminals
provide an uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. The HDMI input
will accept 1080p (60/24Hz), 1080i, 720p, 480p, and 480i signals. The HDMI 1 input shares a 3.5mm audio jack with the television's PC input. With an HDMI-to-DVI cable, you can
connect the TV to a DVI-equipped A/V component. When connecting to a
DVI-equipped component, the 3.5mm audio input is used and separate minijack audio
cable must be connected.

Component Video Input: The component video input will
accept 1080p (60Hz), 1080i, 720p, 480p, and 480i signals. If needed,
the component video input can be used as a composite video input instead.

Composite Video Input: The TV is also equipped with a composite video (480i only) input.

24pTrue Cinema (24p Input Capability): Many movies are filmed at 24 frames per second
(fps) and prime time TV programs are video taped at 24p. Seizing on an
opportunity, some studios are taking a purist approach and encoding high
definition video content such as Blu-ray Disc in 24p. Sony wisely takes
advantage of this by including 24p input capability via HDMI on this television
producing images that are smooth and natural looking.

Automatic Intelligence: The TV's built-in Light Sensor automatically
adjusts the picture brightness based on the amount of light in the room. As a
result, you can enjoy automatic customized picture brightness and save energy
without lifting a finger. The televisions Advance Contrast
Enhancer (ACE) automatically adjusts backlight and contrast to the most suitable
setting judging from the brightness of the screen. This setting is especially
effective for dark scenes, and will increase the contrast distinction for the
darker picture scenes. The ACE can be set to High, Medium, Low, or Off.

Wide Mode: The Wide Mode feature allows you to select the
screen display which fits the current video image and TV screen best. Based on
the original signal source, you may see black bars around the picture or just on
the both sides of the screen. Sometimes you will see the picture fill the full
screen.

Wide Mode

16:9 Original Source

4:3 Original Source

Wide Zoom

Enlarges the picture to fill the screen with
minimal distortion.

Enlarges the center portion of the 4:3 picture
proportionately, while the left and right edges of the screen are
stretched to fill the screen.

Normal

Displays a 4:3 picture in its original aspect
ratio when the original source is 4:3 (available for 480i or 480p
sources).

Displays the 4:3 picture in its original size
with black bars at the left and right sides to fill the screen
(available for 480i or 480p sources).

Full

Displays the picture at its original size.

Stretches the entire 4:3 picture horizontally
only to fill the screen.

Zoom

Enlarges the picture proportionately, both
vertically and horizontally.

Note: The TV's picture adjustments can be made for a
particular A/V input or for all inputs. You can also lock the television's picture adjustments to prevent the TV's Picture Settings
from being changed.

Advanced Video Settings: In addition to the Picture mode,
the Advanced Video Settings menu also features the following:

LED Motion: Lights up the backlight adequately,
reducing blur in movies, but the brightness decreases

Black Corrector: Enhances black areas of the picture
for stronger contrast. The Black Corrector can be set to High, Medium, Low,
or Off.

White Balance: Adjusts the color temperature color by
color.

Gamma: Adjusts the balance between bright and dark
areas of the picture.

Clear White: Emphasizes white and light colors. It can
be set to High, Low, or Off.

Live Color: Makes colors more vivid and reproduces
clear skin tones. It can be set to High, Medium, Low, or Off.

Digital Noise Reduction (DNR): Digital Noise Reduction enhances detail
in whatever you're watching with meticulous processing. It even helps clean up
video from DVD, digital broadcasts, USB and other PC sources so the picture looks pristine and vivid.
You can set the level of noise reduction to High, Medium, Low, or Off.

PIP (Picture in Picture): Picture-in-Picture displays an image
from a connected PC (via PC-input or HDMI) in full-screen and a TV program
other external input in an inset window. You can swap audio between the main
and sub window. You can also change the channel of the sub window. If you
have your PC connected via HDMI, you cannot view another HDMI source in the
inset window.

PAP (Picture and Picture): This feature lets you watch two pictures
simultaneously. You can view an image from a TV program and external input
(except for PC)
at the same time. One picture will be displayed as the main image, while to
other is displayed in an sub window. You can flip-flop images
and switch audio between the two images.

Audio Features

Sound Mode: You can customize the bass and treble or use one
of the three preset sound modes:

Steady Sound: Steady Sound equalizes volume levels so there
is consistent output between programs and commercials.

Bass Booster: The Bass Booster feature produces a fuller
sound for more impact, by emphasizing the bass sounds.

Volume Offset: Adjusts the volume level of the current input
(TV or video input) relative to other inputs.

Audio Outputs: The Sony HDTV offers analog and digital audio
outputs.

Analog Output: The TV's 3.5mm analog audio output is
used to connect your home theater receiver or soundbar system. You will need
a minijack-to-RCA adapter (sold separately) to make a stereo RCA connection between the television and
your AV receiver. The TV's analog audio output terminal will output 2ch
audio from any of the television's source inputs. You can set the TV's
analog output to Fixed or Variable.

Digital Audio Output: An optical digital output is
provided to allow you to connect the unit to a surround processor. The TV's
digital audio output terminal outputs a Dolby Digital or 2-channel
down-mixed PCM signal for use with an external Dolby Digital decoder or
other external audio system with an optical audio input. The TV's optical
digital terminal will output audio from the television's antenna, HDMI, and
RCA inputs. The digital optical output terminal only sends an audio signal
in Dolby Digital when receiving Dolby Digital surround sound from a digital
broadcast channel through the tuner on the TV, or Dolby Digital surround
sound from a Sony Bravia Internet app, via the television's network
connection. The optical digital audio output will only output in 2ch stereo
from sources connected to the TV via HDMI, RCA, or USB.

Network/USB/PC Functions

Wired or Wireless Network Connection: The Sony KDL-EX645
series LED-LCD TV supports a wired or wireless network connection. Via the TV's
network connection your can enjoy music, video, and still-image files stored on
your computer. You can also listen to internet radio and watch online movies, via
the Bravia
Entertainment Network.

Ethernet (LAN) Jack: The Sony KDL-EX645 series LED-LCD
TV is equipped with an Ethernet (LAN) RJ-45 jack for connecting the
television to your home network and computer.

WiFi (wireless LAN): The Sony TV offers built-in WiFi that allows you to wirelessly access the Internet and your
home network. The TV's built-in WiFi provides a wireless network connection
for the television with easy and quick setup. With this feature, you can easily
connect to a wireless LAN and enjoy the benefits of networking in a
cable-free environment. A wireless connection requires a home network with
an 802.11 access point (802.11n recommended) and internet connection.
Supports WPS, WEP, and WPA security.

Bravia Entertainment Network: Once the TV has been connected
to your home network (via Ethernet or WiFi), you can have your favorite internet
content delivered to the Sony LED-LCD TV screen via Bravia Internet Video,
Yahoo! Widgets, or the built-in web browse. You can stream movies, videos, music, and more with Bravia Internet Video;
while Yahoo! Widgets allow you to easily access local news, sports
headlines, and social media feeds. The built-in web-browser lets
you search on-line content by URL and keywords.

Bravia Internet Video: Bravia Internet Video serves as
a gateway to online audio/video content, delivering a variety of on-demand
entertainment straight to the Sony TV. Bravia Internet TV allows you to
instantly stream a wide variety of movies, TV episodes, videos, and music
from a large selection of entertainment apps. You'll be able to enjoy some
of the web's most popular online movie services;
Netflix(5.1ch),
Hulu Plus,
Vudu,
Video Unlimited,
CinemaNow,
Amazon Instant Video,
YouTube, and more. You can also listen to select music services
offered on the internet with this receiver. You'll be able to enjoy some of
the web's most popular internet radio services;
vTuner,
Pandora,
Music Unlimited,
Slacker,
NPR, and more.
Visit the
Sony Entertainment Network for a full list of the latest internet
content.

Yahoo! Widgets: Yahoo! Widgets deliver interactive
content when your TV is connected to the Internet. Widgets are small
downloadable applications that provide easy access to interactive content
when your TV is connected to the Internet. You can display a variety of
information on the screen. You are able to download these widgets directly
to your TV screen to quickly access news headlines, weather updates, sports
scores, finance/stocks while you watch TV. You are also able to access
Facebook, Twitter,
and Flickr.

Opera Internet Browser: The built-in Opera Internet
Browser allows you to access select web content through the Sony LED-LCD TV.
Using the Opera Internet Browser, you gain access to Sony.com and Gracenote
Music Services. The built-in internet browser also allows you to enter URLs
and do
basic keyword searches, so you can browse other select websites (text-based
only). The Opera Internet Browser is not a full search engine for the Internet
and Web. For Internet audio/video/photo content, use Sony's Bravia Internet
Video service. Some web-pages maybe too large for download.

DLNA Certified: DLNA certification allows you to enjoy
various content from your home network, such as photo (JPEG), music (MP3WMA/LPCM),
and video (AVCHD/MPEG/WMV) files stored on your Windows 7 PC (or other DLNA
Certified media server) on the Sony HDTV. The TV can be connected to your
compatible PC using a hardwired Ethernet (LAN) connection or Wi-Fi connection
(via built-in WiFi). This eliminates the need to copy your photo, video, and
music files to a separate USB storage device.

USB Port: The Sony LED-LCD TV features two USB (type-A) ports for
sharing your photos (JPEG) or videos (MPEG/H.264/XviD/WMV9), and listening to music (MP3/WMA)
from your connected digital camera, USB-enabled MP3 player, or other USB storage
device. You USB-connected device must USB mass storage class compliant and be
formatted in FAT 16/32.

Photo Playback Auto Start: The TV automatically displays the
thumbnail view screen when the TV is turned on and a digital still camera or
other USB device storing photo files is connected to the TV's USB port.

Photo Frame: You can enjoy looking at a photo,
listening to music, and viewing the clock/calendar at the same time. To
prevent any type of burn-in, the position of the photo, clock, and calendar
are switched automatically every hour. The TV will automatically shut off
after 1, 2, 4, or 24 hours of Photo Frame mode.

PC Compatible: A 15-pin HD15
jack allows you to connect your personal computer to the display. There is also
a corresponding stereo mini-jack (3.5mm) for the computer's audio signal. The television
can be used as a monitor for your PC through the TV's RGB HD-15 input or HDMI 1
input. The TV supports the following PC resolutions - VGA(640x480), SVGA(800x600), XGA(1024x768), WXGA(1280x768), SXGA(1280x1024) and HDTV
(1920x1080). When a PC is connected to the TV and the PC input is
selected, the PC settings screen is available.

ENERGY STAR Certified: This Sony LED-LCD TV exceeds ENERGY STAR
requirements by incorporating advanced power saving features such as Light Sensor
Technology, Advance Contrast Enhancer, and the following Power Management
functions.

Power Saving: This feature reduces the power
consumption by adjusting the backlight brightness of the TV's screen. You can select from Low,
High, Off and Picture Off.

Idle TV Standby: Automatically powers off the TV after
1, 2, or 4 hours when no buttons are pressed on the remote control or the
TV.

Auto Shut Off: Automatically powers off the TV when no
input signal is detected for approximately 15 minutes.

Timers: The Sony LED-LCD TV offers
On and Sleep timers.

TV Timer: The TV Timer turns on the television from the
standby mode at a time you set, and tunes to a channel or input of your
preference.

Sleep Timer: The sleep timer switches the television off
after a specified amount of time. The sleep timer can be set to 15, 30, 45, 60,
90, or 120 minutes.

Parental Control: You can select a viewing limitation based
on the TV and movie ratings. Three presets are available (Child, Youth, and
Young Adult) or the limitation can be customized to specific industry ratings.
You can also block specific channels. The control is accessed and protected by a 4-digit password.

Input/Channel Block: This feature allows you to block
certain channels or inputs regardless of program ratings.

Automatic Software Updates: Automatic software updates are
done through the TV's Ethernet (LAN) port or built-in WiFi. The TV's software
updates when the television is in standby mode. The tested TV contained software
version 1.556-1.239 ( as of 11/6/2012). Visit the
Sony eSupport site for the latest software updates.

Remote Control

Wireless Remote Control: The TV comes supplied with an IR
remote control for wireless operation of the television. The remote is designed
for TV operation only, unless used with Bravia Sync AV components connected by
HDMI. The remote offers a dedicated Netflix button to instantly access your
Netflix account on the Sony TV.

Bravia Sync: This TV is equipped with Bravia Sync, an HDMI
Control function that allows communication between Sony TVs and other Sony
equipment when they are connected via HDMI. Bravia Sync helps you connect
compatible Sony Bravia HDMI equipment, such as a BD player or AV amplifier, to
the TV and control the external equipment using the television's remote control.
With the "Control for HDMI" function, Bravia Sync helps to communicate with
Bravia Sync-compatible equipment using HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control).
Bravia Sync-compatible equipment is listed as a new input source in the
television's menu. The television offers the following Bravia Sync operations
for the listed device.

BD/DVD Player:

Automatically turns the "Bravia" Sync-compatible equipment on and
switches the input to that equipment when you select it from the Home
Menu or Sync Menu.

Automatically turns the TV on and switches the input to the
connected equipment when the equipment starts to play.

Automatically turns the connected equipment off when you switch the
TV to standby mode.

AV Amplifier:

Automatically turns the connected AV amplifier on and switches the
sound output from the TV speaker to the audio system when you turn the
TV on. This function is only available if you have previously used the
AV amplifier to output TV sound.

Automatically switches the sound output to the AV amplifier by
turning the AV amplifier on when the TV is turned on.

Automatically turns the connected AV amplifier off when you switch
the TV to standby mode.

Adjusts the volume (VOL +/-) and mutes the sound (MUTING) of the
connected AV amplifier through the TV's remote control.

Video Camera:

Automatically turns the TV on and switches the input to the
connected video camera when the connected video camera is turned on.

Automatically turns the connected video camera off when you switch
the TV to standby mode.

Note: Control for HDMI (Bravia Sync) is only
available for the connected Sony equipment that has the Bravia Sync
logo.

USB Keyboard/Mouse Compatible: You can connect a USB-enabled keyboard
and mouse (both sold separately) to the television for easier web browsing. You
can move the cursor with the USB mouse and enter text with the USB keyboard. Not
all web-based apps support keyboard/mouse control.

Mounting Options

Tabletop Stand: The Sony television comes supplied with a
tabletop pedestal stand which must be attached using the supplied hardware. The
television weighs 50.3 lbs with the stand
attached. The tabletop stand allows the television to swivel 15° left or right.

Optional Wall Mount Brackets: The stand can be removed,
allowing you to wall-mount the TV using an optional wall-mount bracket. The TV
has 4 threaded screw holes with a horizontal spacing of 300mm and a vertical
spacing of 300mm. The screw holes all accept M6 (6mm) screws. The TV weighs
43.2 lbs without the stand.

Note: When mounting the TV on the stand or a wall (with
optional bracket) leave 4" of clearance on each side of the television and
11.875" above the television for adequate ventilation.

Attached AC Power Cord: The television if fitted with an
attached 5' AC power cord which is terminated by a straight two-prong AC plug.
The AC plug sits 1.75" from the wall.

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Most accurate color picture

I'm the last of the old timers who actually used to work in a TV Repair shop. I am very picky about color not being over saturated and accurate flesh tones. After some research, it seems that SONY is really the only television manufacturer that has accurate color pictures. This TV is an excellent value, but as other reviewers have commented, the sound is disappointing. Expect to buy a soundbar with this TV.

great TV and knowledgeable staff

I wanted a TV that would work both with my old technology and allow me to grow into new HDMI technology. LArry was so helpful with his suggestion of this TV. What I did not expect was HOW GOOD the picture is when you can tune in to a high-def signal. Easy to set up, only weighs 43 pounds, I love it and so does my wife. I compared this picture against the Samsung and Toshiba. Glad I chose this.

Pros:will hook up to cable or RF, and analog signal audio etc, as well as HDMI inputs.

Sony KDL-50EX645

Great TV overall. Really digging it in the first two weeks since i've gotten it.

Pros:Awesome picture, great sound. Many hook up options. KNows that your trying to use a DVD, VCR immediately so theres no having to switch to find the right input. Plays off of harddrive and wifi great as well.

Sony KDL-50EX645

I bought this tv to replace a 5 year old Toshiba 42" LCD 720 dpi tv. So far I am very pleased with HD picture quality. Most guest notice a 3D-ish appearance since it is so clear and bright. The speakers are much like all thin tv's, not too good. So I hooked it up to my sound bar with remote sub (a monsterous improvement). Motion blur is somewhat noticeable on most HD shows. The blur is really noticeable on older shows like TV land fare. For some reason it makes the video on old tv shows jumpy, though the picture quality is very good. I really think the blur is an issue because I'm not use to the 1080 clarity and it shows flaws more so than the 720's do. One other concern is the picture quality from 45 degrees and more. While still very good, it seems to affect the color to more of a green tint and less contrast, though the picture is perfect head on. Works great with Dish network remote. The tv tends to lean forward on the gimmicky stand (though this helps our positioning). Screen glare is mildy worse than the older Toshiba, but I think glossier screens produce better picture quality. I also have an LG 42" plasma and it's screen is crazy-glossy and shows every light but has no motion blur issues. Overall, if you're going from an old tube tv or an old 720 dpi, you're going to love the clarity and brightness. Haven't tried the internet stuff yet, but didn't buy it for that. The quality of the picture outweighs the blur issues for me and I don't know how other brands do.

Pros:Picture clarity. Ease of setup (tv, not stand). Price. Free delivery was 2 days from Crutchfield and they have free lifetime tech support (sole reason why I buy from them since this tv cost the same on every website).

Cons:Sound (which is bad on all three of my thin tv's). Motion blur (which i thought would be better than the old 720 LCD, but is actually worse).

VERY pleased!

The stand is tricky to assemble. There are no written instructions for assembly--just pictures. However, after about an hour, the stand was successfully assembled, and holds the TV securely. I bought this model because of the sound leveling feature--picture quality was secondary to me. So far, the sound leveling does seem to help balance the volume level between programs and commercials, and the picture quality is incredible. This is a kick-ass television!!!

Good value

Bought this tv to replace another non-hd Sony. Didn't want to spend $2k+ on a high end. Wanted a decent HD TV for everyday viewing. Very happy with the performance. Noticed that it struggles a little with some high speed shots in some sports. Sound quality isn't the best, but we have it hooked up to a surround system. Other than the high speed issue, which isn't that noticeable, picture quality is excellent. TV is in a room with lots of light. I'm thrilled with the glare reduction technology.